For the past three months, I had struggled to sleep. Sometimes, I couldn’t sleep at all for three days, which led to anxiety, shortness of breath, and blurry vision. This had never happened to me before, so I was devastated and afraid.
Then, the Lord led me to a doctor who explained that my troubles were due to hidden stress and prescribed medication. So, I prayed that God would grant me a sound mind and refresh my soul. I also took my medication and listened to Pastor Prince’s sermons every day and every night before I attempted to sleep. Soon, I was getting better but still experienced some sleepless nights.
One day, I looked at my husband’s face; he looked tired and old. Suddenly, fear and guilt overwhelmed my heart. Since I couldn’t sleep, my husband would try to keep me company and refused to sleep himself. I cried out to the Lord, “We’re still in our 30s; should I live like this my whole life, struggling to sleep and aging faster?”
On Sunday, January 21, 2024, I tuned in to New Creation Church’s online service, and Pastor Prince invited those who found themselves becoming more forgetful to stand so that he could pray over them. I stood up because I had indeed become more forgetful lately. But then Pastor Prince quoted Psalm 92:12-15. Tears started to flow from my eyes, a warm feeling enveloped my heart, and suddenly, amidst the fear I had, I heard the Lord say, “That will never happen to you; you are the righteous.” That week, my husband and I recited the verses every chance we got and every night before sleep.
Since then, I haven’t had a single sleepless night! I wake up early, feeling refreshed and strong, with no more fear or guilt. Thank You, Jesus, for making me righteous! Now, I’m excited to declare more of God’s Word and possess my promised land!
A sister from Indonesia
